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Zadar weather in December (Zadar County, Croatia)

Planning a trip to Zadar in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Zadar generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 6°C.

Zadar in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 106 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Zadar. May and June typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Zadar climate page with graphs.

 

Zadar, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
SunshineSunshine 106 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Croatia in December

Find out more about the weather in Croatia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Zadar in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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